DM me suggestions and ideas on Instagram! They tend to get lost on me here. "Is This It" is the debut album by American rock band The Strokes, released in 2001. The album features a raw, garage rock sound that drew comparisons to bands like The Velvet Underground and Television. Recorded over a period of several months, "Is This It" features 11 tracks that showcase the band's distinctive blend of catchy melodies, jangly guitar riffs, and Julian Casablancas' distinctive vocals. The album includes some of the band's most iconic songs, including "Last Nite," "Someday," and "Hard to Explain." Upon its release, "Is This It" received widespread critical acclaim and helped to usher in a new wave of garage rock revival in the early 2000s. The album was a commercial success, reaching the top 5 in multiple countries and earning the band a devoted following. Over the years, "Is This It" has been recognized as a seminal album in the indie rock genre and is often cited as one of the best albums of the 2000s. Its impact can still be felt in the music of countless bands that followed in The Strokes' footsteps. #thestrokes